Though our Nation benefits immensely from the Internet, increased connectivity brings increased risk of theft, fraud, and abuse.

WHITEHOUSE: The White House

The Federal Trade Commission recorded 670, 000 cases of reported identity theft and fraud in 2006, 60% of which began with Internet solicitations.

FORBES: Magazine Article

But others already feel that spam, computer viruses, fraud and the theft of personal data are making the internet a dangerous place, and that access to their computers needs to be restricted, not opened up.

ECONOMIST: Unlimited opportunities?